Probable Lineups

3-4-3
3-4-3
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Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison

(25) 18 Goals 11 (12)
(21) 15 Assists 4 (8)
(6.6) 6.8 Average Ratings 6.6 (6.4)
26.4 Average Age 25.4
179.7 Average Height (cm) 182.9
(0.9) 1.1 Shots pg 0.7 (0.7)
(53%) 50% Aerial Duel Success 49% (47%)
(0.8) 0.6 Dribbles pg 0.5 (0.6)
(1.2) 1.1 Tackles pg 1 (1.1)
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in Liga Portugal.

Missing Players

Braga
Estoril
Player Reason Status Rating
Paulo Oliveira Out 6.95
Rodrigo Zalazar Doubtful 7.23
Player Reason Status Rating
Xeka Out 6.35
Eliaquim Mangala Out 6.43
Pedro Amaral Out 6.57
Vinicius Zanocelo Out 6.4

Team News

Braga
Estoril
  • Bambu and João Ferreira will be in competition for a Starting XI' spot at the back.
  • André Horta made an impact coming from the bench and might feature from the outset here.
  • Estoril should present the same 3-4-3 shape used to beat FC Famalicão last time around.
  • Zanocelo reached a milestone of bookings and won't be availabe here. Orellana will likely replace him.

Prediction

  • SC Braga seem to have finally found their best form and head into Friday on the back of a three-game winning streak without conceding a goal. Still, that wasn't enough to dethrone Santa Clara from 4th place. Winning here will be, therefore, detrimental.
  • After four weeks without officially competing, Estoril put in a very complete display last weekend and beat Famalicão 2-1. The Canarinhos can now breathe easier in the Primeira Liga table and this game will be approached with greater confidence.
  • Since 2016, the two teams have played 13 games against each other and in none of them have Estoril been able to beat SC Braga. Considering this and the Minho Warriors' good run of form, a home win on Friday is to be expected.
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